Hot smoked salmon with fennel salad & lemon mayo

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
32%
Hot smoked salmon with fennel salad & lemon mayo
15 min.
2
356kcal

Suggestions

If you're looking for a quick, flavorful, and healthy meal that doesn't compromise on taste, this Hot Smoked Salmon with Fennel Salad & Lemon Mayo is the perfect choice. Ready in just 15 minutes, this gluten-free and dairy-free dish is ideal for a light lunch, dinner, or even a sophisticated main course. Packed with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, it’s a delightful blend of savory, tangy, and crisp textures that will leave your palate refreshed and satisfied.

The star of this recipe is the peppered hot smoked salmon, known for its rich, smoky flavor and tender texture. Paired with a zesty lemon mayo infused with fragrant dill, it creates a creamy and tangy contrast that elevates the dish. The fennel salad, with its subtle anise-like sweetness, is complemented by crunchy cucumber ribbons and a light dressing of white wine vinegar and olive oil. Topped with fresh watercress, the salad adds a peppery brightness that ties everything together beautifully.

Not only is this dish bursting with flavor, but it’s also a nutritious option, providing a balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbs. At just 356 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t skimp on satisfaction. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is simple to prepare yet impressive enough to serve to guests. Ready in minutes, it’s proof that gourmet meals don’t have to be complicated. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this Hot Smoked Salmon with Fennel Salad & Lemon Mayo is a dish you’ll want to make again and again.

Ingredients

  • 0.5  juice of lemon 
  • tbsp mayonnaise light
  • small bunch optional: dill chopped
  •  fennel bulb halved thinly sliced
  • 0.5  cucumber peeled
  • tbsp citrus champagne vinegar 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • 40 watercress 
  • 200 salmon fillet smoked hot

Equipment

  • bowl
  • ramekin

Directions

  1. Mix together the lemon juice, mayonnaise, a little of the dill and some seasoning, then spoon into a ramekin. In a large bowl, mix together the remaining dill, fennel and cucumber, season, then drizzle over the vinegar and oil.
  2. Put the watercress on 2 plates and top with the fennel salad. Flake the salmon on the side and serve with the lemon mayo.

Nutrition Facts

Calories356kcal
Protein25.12%
Fat58.19%
Carbs16.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53.5
Glycemic Load
2.43
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
27.039130231609%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.63mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
4.67mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
6.57mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:356.01kcal
17.8%
Fat:23.06g
35.48%
Saturated Fat:3.52g
22%
Carbohydrates:14.89g
4.96%
Net Carbohydrates:10.6g
3.86%
Sugar:7.36g
8.17%
Cholesterol:61.72mg
20.57%
Sodium:463.59mg
20.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.4g
44.8%
Vitamin K:155.64µg
148.23%
Selenium:38.67µg
55.25%
Vitamin B12:3.18µg
53%
Vitamin B6:0.94mg
47.11%
Vitamin B3:8.7mg
43.48%
Vitamin C:28.44mg
34.48%
Potassium:1172.7mg
33.51%
Phosphorus:294.67mg
29.47%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
27.22%
Vitamin B5:2.21mg
22.14%
Copper:0.41mg
20.36%
Vitamin A:957.42IU
19.15%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.96%
Vitamin E:2.84mg
18.93%
Folate:72.82µg
18.2%
Manganese:0.36mg
18%
Fiber:4.28g
17.14%
Magnesium:64.25mg
16.06%
Iron:2.06mg
11.46%
Calcium:108.8mg
10.88%
Zinc:1.07mg
7.1%